by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Oct 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
Trade agreements and country of origin requirements play a big role in international trade and government contracting. Let’s break down what these terms mean and why they matter. Trade agreements are deals between countries that make it easier to buy and sell... by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Sep 24, 2024 | Claims and Remedies
When should the Boards of Contract Appeals dismissal an appeal for failure to prosecute? In MLU Services, Inc. v. Dept of Homeland Security, CBCA 8002, March 22, 2024, the Board refused to sanction an appellant for missing a deadline by four days. The Board stated... by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Sep 18, 2024 | Claims and Remedies, Cybersecurity
A recent decision at the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit explains the timeliness requirement for appeal from a Board of Contract Appeals decision, and how it may be affected by Ransomware preventing email notification. Jemison & Partners, Inc. v.... by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Sep 4, 2024 | Claims and Remedies
When a contractor submits a claim to a contracting officer (“CO”), there are two possible deadlines for a final decision: For claims of $100,000 or less, a decision must be made upon the contractor’s request within 60 days of receipt by the CO. 41 USC 7103(f)(1)... by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Aug 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
At the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) be sure to present all of your facts and arguments at once—do not provide them in a “piecemeal” fashion. (Piecemeal is defined as “made or accomplished piece by piece in a fragmentary way. Merriam Webster’s College...